Amid a challenging business environment for small and medium-sized businesses in the city due to soaring crude oil prices and rising prices, this program aims to contribute to the revitalization and development of the city's industries by subsidizing part of the expenses related to sales channel expansion for businesses proactively working to develop new markets, thereby leading to sustainable business operations and growth and expansion.
Kochi Prefecture Shimanto City: Subsidy for Sales Channel Expansion to Address Rising Prices (FY2026)
September 12, 2026
Summary
This subsidy supports part of the costs associated with expanding sales channels for small and medium-sized businesses and sole proprietors in Shimanto City working to develop new markets. The program aims to promote sustainable business operations, growth, and the revitalization of local industry.
Key Information
| Location | Shimanto City, Kochi |
|---|---|
| Opening Status | Open for Applications |
| Application Period | Ongoing – Jan 31, 2027 |
| Max Subsidy Amount | ¥300,000 |
| Subsidy Rate | 2/3 |
| Purpose | Business improvement and strengthening; regional revitalization and community development; development and expansion of sales channels |
| Eligible Expenses | Exhibition and booth fees; travel expenses; rental fees |
| Eligible Applicants | Small and medium-sized enterprises; sole proprietors |
| Implementing Agency | Shimanto City |
| Official Page | https://www.city.shimanto.lg.jp/soshiki/13/15270.html |